It would be reasonable to say that if at any point one participant said “no, stop” that request must be honored. But failing to say “yes” continually is not at all the same thing, since it is entirely commonplace behavior even for people just getting acquainted. And who would be constantly asking for permission in the context of an established relationship, or a marriage?

Hopefully, Gettysburg College will realize that the bad press won’t stop until this absurd policy is laid to rest.